Articles by Supplied

LETTER: Sludge: The ‘cart’ has already bolted

Tuesday 1 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

"The PMU (Project Management Unit) have yet to substantiate claims of safety with peer-reviewed, long-term studies of the impacts of disposing of aluminium sludge to agricultural soils (let alone in the tropics)."

Rarotonga teens relish time in New Zealand

Monday 31 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

As the North Otago Rugby Union’s connection with the Cook Islands continues to grow, more players are taking up opportunities in Oamaru. Kayla Hodge catches up with Alistair Newbigging and Olive Willie who have joined the Waitaki Boys’ High School First XV.

Transition to low-carbon economy

Monday 31 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

Citing the country's seabed minerals resources, Prime Minister Mark Brown says the Cook Islands can play a major role in supporting the global transition to a low-carbon economy.

Kumete sports on Queen’s Birthday holiday

Saturday 29 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports

The annual village competition for the Kumete is to be held once again at the National Stadium, and as always on the Queen’s Birthday annual holiday, in nine days’ time.

KATA: Arorangi Prison & Spa?

Saturday 29 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

LETTER: Supervised isolation and quarantine fee

Saturday 29 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

CI News letter writer asks if there are separate costs for those who choose not to receive a Covid-19 vaccine.

Demos support Samoa’s PM- elect Mata’afa

Saturday 29 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Politics

Cook Islands Opposition leader Tina Pupuke Browne has extended congratulations and support to Samoa’s prime minister-elect Fiame Naomi Mata’afa, encouraging the first woman to ever hold the post to continue “standing firm and unwavering.”

Pukapuka Hospital refurbished

Saturday 29 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Outer Islands

Secretary of Health Bob Williams says he is pleased to see the difference the newly extended and refurbished Pukapuka Hospital has made to the island’s healthcare services.

Living the Good Samaritan’s legacy

Friday 28 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

Most of the time, we are so wrapped up in our own lives that we forget about our duty of care for the less fortunate brethren, writes Pastor Eric Toleafoa.

Making a racquet: A quest to help Pacific tennis thrive

Thursday 27 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Twenty-one years on from his Davis Cup debut, tennis veteran Brett Baudinet says being able to represent the Cook Islands and the Pacific on the world stage remains a huge honour.

LETTER: Feeling safe after first jab

Thursday 27 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor

"What a great experience. We felt no pain and look forward to the next shot in three weeks," writes lawyer and former politician, Norman George.

Puna aims to keep Pacific Forum together

Thursday 27 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional

Former Cook Islands prime minister Henry Puna has started his new role as the Secretary General of the Pacific Islands Forum with focus on the Forum family.

LETTER: Resident calls for consultations after flooding

Wednesday 26 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

"I have told anyone who wants to listen – including the MP recently – that to alleviate flooding in the area, a plan needs to be thought out which takes into consideration everything between the mountain and the sea outlet near the Avarua Catholic church."

OPINION: Serving the nation with integrity

Tuesday 25 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Politics itself is not a dirty game. Politics is actually about governance, and good governance is about the ability to lead and govern well with integrity and transparency, writes Opposition leader Tina Pupuke Browne.

LETTER: The pillars of good governance are transparency and accountability

Monday 24 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I write in in response to Mr Enoka’s letter ‘To sludge or not’ (Cook Islands News, Wednesday May 19, 2021). The pillars of good governance are transparency and accountability. Laws and regulations apply to the public, our government, and landowners alike. A confidential application to the Rarotonga Environment Authority for a temporary PACl […]

Super Flower Blood Moon tonight

Monday 24 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, In Depth

Some people will still remember the solar eclipse in July 2010. For the next one we must wait until the morning of April 8 2024, but it will be only a partial eclipse from all islands of the Cook Islands, when the sun rises. But it’s not only solar eclipses that can beautify the local sky. Another opportunity to see something special is coming tonight. By Petr Horálek.

Nicholas impresses at North Island Champs

Saturday 22 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Paddling, Sports

Kawerau in the North Island of New Zealand yesterday turned on a spectacular winter’s day for the North Island Championships ensuring some great racing from Cook Islands’ Olympic boat Jane Nicholas and the New Zealand Olympic team.

Cracking squash at business house tourney

Friday 21 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports

With just one more round remaining in the BSP Business House Squash tournament, games at the Nikao courts are now more fiercely fought as teams battle for a top four placing heading into the knockouts.

CHURCHTALK: God and the Covid-19 vaccine

Friday 21 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk

If your hesitancy toward the vaccine is because you believe it reflects of lack of trust in God for protection, then I hope this article gives you a liberating perspective, writes Pastor Paul Kauri of the ArePua Gateway Church.

LETTERS: Sacrificing trees for political gain?

Friday 21 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Are trees getting cut down for safety or for political gain? asks a CI News letter writer.